Type 7s are the enthusiastic ones who enjoy lifting others up. They are the ultimate hype person. They are constantly seeking new and exciting experiences, but struggle with being impatient and impulsive.
At their best, these multi-talented individuals uplift and encourage others to reach their fullest potential. At their worst, they are scattered and unreliable without any self-control or consideration of others.
Spontaneous, Versatile, Enthusiastic, Acquisitive, Scattered
Key Desire: Having freedom, contentment, and being fully satisfied
Key Fear: Being in emotional, physical, or mental pain
Key Longing: You will be taken care of
Strengths:
- Foresighted
- Energetic
- Quick-thinking
- Spontaneous
- Practical
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
Challenges:
- Impulsive
- Irresponsible
- Unrealistic
- Impatient
- Scattered
- Insensitive
- Undisciplined
Type 7 Wings
Each type is influenced by its nearest “wing.” We usually lean on one wing more than the other. These wings give more intricacy to who we are.
7w6 “The Entertainer”
If you lean more on your 6 wing, you tend to be more disciplined and focused. You are productive, loyal, and often a strong leader during times of crisis. You are an adventurer who is eager to learn. Your fear of missing out makes it difficult to follow a path.
- Witty
- Greatly enjoy life
- Engaging
- Fickle
- Lighthearted
- Apprehensive
- Dependable
7w8 “The Realist”
If you lean more on your 8 wing, you appear tough with a stronger drive. You are confident, assertive, and encouraging, giving you great leadership qualities. You enjoy being with those closest to you, and avoid situations where you may be controlled or deprived of pleasure.
- Gregarious
- Independent
- Excessive
- Dutiful
- Boisterous
- Impatient
- Can-do-attitude
Growth & Stress
Every Enneagram has stress and growth paths. These are the directions we go toward as we grow or become more secure, and when we’re stressed and disintegrating.
Security
Move toward healthy 5s
- Observant
- Intentional
- Able to sit with uncomfortable emotions
Stress
Move toward unhealthy 7s
- Perfectionistic
- Overly critical
- Self-righteous
Levels of Development
Healthy Levels
Level 1:
At their best, type 7s fully understand experiences, which makes them deeply appreciative. They are awed by the simple wonders of life. Joyous and ecstatic, they see the boundless goodness of life.
Level 2:
They are highly responsive to others. They are enthusiastic about experiences. They find everything invigorating. Lively, vivacious, eager, spontaneous, resilient, and cheerful.
Level 3:
They easily become accomplished achievers. They are multi-talented, and able to do many things well. Practical, productive, and usually prolific.
Average Levels
Level 4:
They are restless and want to have options available to them. Adventurous and wise about worldly things, but less focused. They constantly seek new experiences. Keeping up with trends is important to them.
Level 5:
They struggle with knowing what they really need. Hyperactive and unable to say “no” to themselves. They do and say whatever comes to mind. They fear being bored, so stay in perpetual motion. They have many ideas, but hardly follow through.
Level 6:
Overly excessive in what they consume. They are self-centered, greedy, and never feel that they have enough. Demanding and pushy, yet unsatisfied, jaded, and insensitive.
Unhealthy Levels
Level 7:
They are desperate to ease their anxieties, so they act impulsive and childlike. They do not know when to stop. They suffer from addictions and excess, and are offensive and abusive. They want to escape from reality.
Level 8:
Running from themselves, they give in to impulses rather than dealing with their anxiety. Out of control with erratic mood swings and compulsive actions.
Level 9:
Their energy and health are spent. They give up on themselves and life. They suffer from deep depression, are self-destructive, and impulsively suicidal.
The Human Connection 